Rio Nightlife Guide for Sunday, November 20th, 2016

Sunday’s Rio Nightlife Pick – Today and into the night, Jazzophilia will perform their jazz and blues at Gilda no Cantagalo in the favela community of Cantagalo.

This performance will bring a stunning tribute to rock legends Nirvana, Pink Floyd, Audioslave, Pearl Jam and the Beatles – yet all with some jazzy notes.

Gilda no Cantagalo is at the top of one of the highest peaks in Copacabana, Morro do Cantagalo. The bar there will be serving a selection of beers and strong caipirinhas from the moment it opens.

LIVE:

Jazz no Morro with Jazzophilia (Copacabana)
Today and tonight, Jazzophilia will perform live at Gilda no Cantagalo, playing tribute to Nirvana, Pink Floyd, Audioslave, Pearl Jam, Beatles – with a jazzy touch. The views overlooking Copacabana and Ipanema are unbeatable. Please contact the venue for transportation options as caution is always advised before venturing into a favela community.Gilda no Cantagalo – 3PM. Show starts at 5:30 PM
Rua Saint Roman – Morro do Cantagalo, Copacabana – Tel: (21) 96494-6014
Entrance: R$15 – R$30

CLUBS:

Duo (Gávea)
The Duo party returns to Gávea’s chic 00 (Zero Zero) club tonight with various DJs from the national and international electronic music scene playing the best of electronic music throughout the night.00 (Zero Zero) – 7PM
Av. Padre Leonel Franca 240, Gávea – Tel: (21) 2540-8041
Entrance: See venue for more information.

Roda de Samba with Ballet 2 Passistas (Lapa)
Sundays are all about samba at Lapa’s Leviano bar. Every week beginning at 5PM the venue hosts a roda de samba with the group Face a Face playing classics of the genre, including works by Arlindo Cruz, Zeca Pagodinho and João Nogueira, among others. Additionally, DJ Mukato spins during show intervals.Leviano – 5PM
Mem de Sá 47, Lapa – Tel: (21) 2507-5779
Entrance: R$10-R$20 (Cash Only)

Shenanigan’s (Ipanema)
With classic pub games like darts and pool, Ipanema’s Shenanigan’s is always a great spot to visit. Every Sunday, promotions include two for one Sol beer, caipirinha and caipivodka. Pizza Pub is also only R$10.Shenanigan’s Irish Pub – 4PM
Rua Visconde de Pirajá 122A (Upstairs), Ipanema – Tel: (21) 2267-5860
Entrance: See venue for details.

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